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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / RPG
Blades of Vengeance
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer, RPG |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Beam Software and published by Electronic Arts, Blades of Vengeance arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a platformer. It blends platformer and RPG elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Beam Software also made Radical Rex, True Lies and Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics for the Genesis.
Blades of Vengeance supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Blades of Vengeance is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Blades of Vengeance cheats & codes
89 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Force Fields For Player 1 | FFEB470063 |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Lives For Player 1 | FFF46E0009 |
| Unlimited Lives For Player 2 | FFF4CC0009 |
| Invincibility (First Section Only) | FF9B56:0039 |
| Infinite Gas Potion | FFEB49:0063 |
| Infinite Keys | FFEB4A:0063 |
Blades of Vengeance walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Blades of Vengeance FAQ
When did Blades of Vengeance come out on the Genesis?
Blades of Vengeance was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Blades of Vengeance?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Blades of Vengeance multiplayer?
Yes. Blades of Vengeance supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Blades of Vengeance take to play?
As a platformer, Blades of Vengeance typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Blades of Vengeance on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.